I was going to go for an Ocean Rodeo Pyro Pro because it was cheaper and a proven design, but the ability to use the Predator in the surf with my kite and SUP seemed like it was worth the extra $$.

The suit looks great and the quality seems excellent, but since it's new I won't be able to give you a proper review until the end of the winter.

Keep in mind I live in Victoria BC which is the home of Ocean Rodeo so I see their stuff in use all around me and it's the logical choice here. Given the post above I guess I should be apologizing for supporting a local company that makes great gear...

I used to ride an OR Pyro Ltd during winter time as it's too cold to be buck naked around freezing point in 30 knots when changing. I used it for that season and then sold it right away. There's no way to explain the feeling of a totally unflexible material that is being pushed by the water against your body. I bet it's great for shallow water riding but for deepwater kiting it is horrible. I bought a van instead so I could change indoors =) I guess the predator suit is much better as it is flexible.

i having using the wetsuit style since back in the 80s. it is just like wearing a normal wetsuit but no water gets in. also the seal areas are more comfortable to me because they are neoprem. my suit is not tight so i can wear a layer of silk when it is really cold. downside is you will still get cold if you stand on the beach. i have an oneill and i am thinking of getting a pro motion which has more slick surface on the outer surface. just my thoughts.